World First Aid Day is observed on the second Saturday of September every year. In 2021 the day is being observed on September 11, 2021. The day is an annual campaign aimed at promoting the importance of first aid training and increasing its accessibility to save more lives in a crisis. When a person suffers from minor or serious injury or illness, the first and immediate assistance given to the patient is termed as ‘First Aid’.
Buy Prime Test Series for all Banking, SSC, Insurance & other exams
The theme for World First Aid Day 2021 is ‘First aid and road safety’, according to the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC).
World First Aid Day: History
In 2000, World First Aid Day was established by the IFRC and for more than 100 years, this organisation has been providing first aid services to people. The history of this day dates back to 1859 when a young businessman, Henry Dunant, saw the carnage at the battle of Solfrino.
The National Investigation Agency (NIA) is India's main agency for fighting terrorism and protecting national…
Did you know that India produces a significant amount of petroleum oil within its own…
Did you know that India is one of the largest consumers of crude oil in…
Central Exicse Duty was one of the most important indirect taxis in India before the…
Weekly Current Affairs One-Liners Current Affairs 2026 plays a very important role in competitive examinations…
Indian men's hockey team forward Gurjant Singh has officially announced his retirement from international hockey…